doleful
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈdoʊlfəl/
adj
Etymology: From Middle English doleful, doolful, deolful, equivalent to dole + -ful.
- Filled with grief, mournful, bringing feelings of sadness.
“The doleful peal of the bell indicated another funeral was being held.”
“A doleful expression that tugged at my heartstrings.”